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After graduation, mass communication and media studies graduates typically earn high salaries compared to the national average. Top earners make $94,986, while the bottom 20% make closer to $35,295. The median grad salary is $57,901.
Mass Communication and Media Studies graduate salaries over time
The typical early career salary for someone with a bachelor’s degree in mass communication and media studies is $30,665, and within five years of graduation, this average salary goes up to $50,438.
This chart maps the average workforce wage by years of experience:
Wage ($USD)
Wage Range Median Wage
Years of work experience
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